
staying connected
Agree regular catch up call times with friends and family
Some families are setting up big group video calls once a week for example
If you have elderly or vulnerable relatives organise check in times with them
Free video call software
Whatsapp now has a group video call function
Skype has mobile phone and computer versions
House Party is a fun easy app to use on your phone for group video calls and you can play group games too.
Discord was originally for gamers to chat to each other. You can have it on all the time to hear each others’ background noise which is comforting - you can work away at your own thing then speak to the other person whenever. Works on computer or phone.
Zoom is easy to use video conference software. Free for up to 100 people for up to 40 mins. Works on computer or phone.